Church Street is in Abbotsbury, Weymouth and in West Dorset district. DT3 4JJ is located in the Chesil Bank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Dorset. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Street, Abbotsbury, Weymouth, DT3 4JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DT3 4JL, DT3 4JN, DT3 4JR, DT3 4JP, DT3 4LD, DT3 4JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DT3 4JJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.5% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.5% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DT3 4JJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.8% | 19.8% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 61.4% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.7% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.4% | 51% | 7.6% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 36% | 25.3% | -10.7% | 33.6% | -8.3% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 18.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.6% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 12.1% | -10.7% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 7.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 15% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16.9% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 43.5% | 12.3% | 33.8% | 9.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 100% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.5% | 96.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street was 33.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.2% lower than the Chickerell average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Church Street has the 24th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Chickerell and the 606th lowest crime rate of 1,293 local areas in Dorset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £431,000 | 2022-04-07 | £439,887 |
| Abbots Walk Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2015-06-11 | £608,020 |
| Abbots Walk Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2015-06-11 | £203,150 |
DT3 4JJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DT3 4JJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Retired | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portesham Church of England Primary School Winters Close , Portesham DT3 4HP | 4out of 4 | 2,815 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBEY HOUSE | Abbey House Church Street | 1 yd | |
| WHEELWRIGHTS | 14 Rodden Row | 133 yd | |
| THE BELLENIE'S BAKEHOUSE | 11 Market Street | 228 yd | |
| Purple Nanny | 11 Market Street | 228 yd | |
| The Old Schoolhouse Tea Rooms | 1 Back Street | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWAN INN | Flat, Swan Inn, 1 Rodden Row | 133 yd | |
| The Ilchester Arms Hotel | 9 Market Street | 228 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotsbury Playing Fields West Street | grass pitches | 700 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.